Good sleep is essential for babies to ensure smooth growth and development, as many babies do not sleep soundly. Always having a dry cough makes parents very anxious. They want to relieve their baby's cough, but they don't know how to do it specifically. So, what should they do if their baby has a dry cough while sleeping?
1. Symptomatic treatment: Severe dry cough in babies can affect their diet, learning, and sleep. Parents should promptly identify the cause of dry cough and provide targeted treatment. Do not randomly give your baby medication, as dry cough can be caused by various reasons, so it is important to pay attention to targeted treatment during treatment.
2. Timely hydration: Adequate intake of water by babies can dilute the viscous secretions in the respiratory tract and alleviate coughing. In addition, letting babies drink more water can accelerate blood circulation, promote body metabolism and eliminate toxins and waste from the body, thereby reducing irritation to the respiratory tract and relieving coughing.
3. Maintain a light diet: When a baby coughs, pay attention to regulating their diet, give them more fresh vegetables, and avoid greasy and stimulating foods. Additionally, it is important to consume small amounts of lean meat, poultry, eggs, and other foods to avoid burdening the baby's digestive system.
4. Steam therapy: The high humidity of water vapor can improve cough symptoms and make babies breathe more smoothly. If the baby has severe dry cough, parents may want to try this method.
5. Maintain indoor air circulation: When a baby coughs, a good living environment can alleviate their discomfort. In addition to ensuring a suitable indoor temperature, it is also necessary to frequently open windows for ventilation, which is beneficial for normal phlegm discharge.
